Sir Gary Oldman has received a knighthood from Prince William at Windsor Castle this afternoon.

The Oscar-winning actor was recognised for his service to drama during the King’s Birthday Honours.

The acting legend has starred in the Harry Potter films as Harry’s godfather, Sirius Black, and portrayed Gotham City Police lieutenant Jim Gordon in Christopher Nolan’s Batman trilogy.

Sir Gary clinched the Academy Award for Best Actor in 2018 for his depiction of Winston Churchill in Darkest Hour.

In 2024, Gary Oldman addressed the fact that he had not been recognised by the Royal Family.

He expressed his surprise and disappointment at not receiving a knighthood or other royal honour despite his illustrious career.

Sir Gary told the BBC when questioned about the absence of an honour: “I don’t know why. You should ask them. No nod from the royals, but there we are.

The 67-year-old actor, whose career spans over four decades, added: “Maybe it’s in my future.”

Bafta-winning actress Samantha Morton and 2022 Euro-winning Lioness Rachel Daly also received honours from the Prince of Wales at Windsor Castle today.

Ms Morton, 48, was made an OBE for services to drama and to charity.

Oldman and Morton posed together in the grounds of the royal residence following the award ceremony.

Rachel Daly, who holds 84 caps for England’s Lionesses, was made an MBE for services to association football.

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